Idioms beginning with K
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Meaning: Feeling nervous, anxious, or tense before an event.
Example: She was keyed up the night before her driving test and couldn't fall asleep. Read more ➺
kick the ball in the long grass
Meaning: To delay action and put off dealing with something difficult or controversial.
Example: The government chose to kick the ball in the long grass on tax reform until after the election. Read more ➺
Meaning: To make a loud disturbance or cause a commotion.
Example: The customers kick up a row when the restaurant serves cold food, shouting and demanding to see the manager. Read more ➺
Meaning: Stay up-to-date with the latest information or developments.
Example: As a journalist, it's crucial to keep abreast of current events and political developments. Read more ➺
Meaning: A key driver is a major factor that strongly influences a company's performance or success.
Example: Strong customer service is one of the key drivers of our company's long-term success. Read more ➺
Meaning: A messy, confusing, or troublesome situation.
Example: After the team leader quit unexpectedly, it left us with a fine kettle of fish right before the deadline. Read more ➺
Meaning: Begin to work or study hard, especially after a period of not doing much.
Example: With exams approaching, it's time to knuckle down and study. Read more ➺
Meaning: A safety mechanism designed to shut down machinery or equipment instantly to prevent harm or damage.
Example: The factory worker activated the kill switch to stop the machine from malfunctioning further. Read more ➺
Meaning: A penname adopted by Elon Musk on X (formerly Twitter), combining "Kek," an internet term for laughter, with "Maximus," referencing the protagonist from the film "Gladiator."
Example: Elon Musk updated his X profile name to Kekius Maximus, sparking widespread curiosity. Read more ➺
Meaning: Bribery Payment: An illicit payment, often disguised as a reward, given to someone in return for facilitating a transaction, especially to influence an outcome favorably.
Example: The contractor offered a kickback to secure the building project. Read more ➺
